New York, NY – June 10, 2024 – Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA), the world’s largest organization dedicated to advancing research into ovarian and related gynecologic cancers and supporting patients, is proud to announce that Debra Birnbaum has joined its Board of Directors. Birnbaum is an accomplished multi-platform content creator and media strategist with over … Continued
News Story Shows How OCRA’s Survivors Teaching Students Program Teaches Medical Students the Human Side of Ovarian Cancer Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance’s healthcare education program was featured by News 12 Brooklyn for teaching SUNY Downstate Medical School students things they won’t learn in a textbook. “The textbook can only do so much. It can tell you statistics, it … Continued
OCRA’s Health Equity Research Grants for 2024 are dedicated to advancing equity in care of ovarian and related gynecologic cancers, addressing deep disparities in early diagnosis, access to care, and patient outcomes. “In a year of remarkable new research being undertaken by OCRA-funded scientists, our expanded focus on health equity is more critical than ever,” … Continued
The Ann Kolker Advocacy fellowship commemorates the legacy of Ann Kolker, a pioneering health policy advocate and a founder of Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, which later became Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance. Ann passed on February 3, 2016, after her long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer, leaving behind her husband, 3 kids, and numerous grandchildren. … Continued
(From Marissa Joy Santorelli, News 12 Brooklyn, May 13, 2024) Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance partnered with SUNY Downstate Medical School to teach health care students things they won’t learn in a textbook. Volunteers spoke on their survivor stories, identifying symptoms, warning signs, diagnosis and treatment. Deborah Polinsky, program facilitator and ovarian cancer survivor, tells News … Continued
Save the Date for OCRA’s International Gynecologic Cancer Conference OCRA’s annual conference returns September 25th – 27th with more expert presentations, interactive sessions, resources, and community connections to empower and inspire those facing gynecologic cancer. OCRA’s online conference is the largest and longest-running conference focused on ovarian cancer, and now offers expanded sessions on related gynecologic cancers. Join people … Continued
OCRA’s Advocate Leader committees gathered last week to strategize and mobilize for impactful change. Each committee aims to make strides in specific areas of focus. Our committees will continue to convene throughout the year to tackle specific challenges and opportunities in our fight against ovarian and related gynecologic cancers. Other legislative activities that have been … Continued
[New York, New York April 9, 2024] – Today, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) proudly unveiled its latest innovation in supporting individuals affected by ovarian cancer: the “Find a Doctor” tool. This free function, accessible through the OCRA website, is designed to connect patients and their families with qualified healthcare professionals specializing in ovarian and … Continued
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance congratulates Frieda Weeks, a founding member of Hope for Heather and an OCRA Advocate Leader, on winning NewsChannel 9 WSYR’s Remarkable Women of Central New York contest. Frieda was recognized for her steadfast dedication to increasing ovarian cancer awareness and raising funds for research focused on this disease. In an interview … Continued
Tiffany Mecham, an OCRA Advocate Leader, is using her platform as a contestant in the upcoming Mrs. Idaho pageant to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. In a segment with Sophia Doumani for KBOI CBS 2 Boise News, Tiffany talks about what motivates her to use her platform to accelerate progress against ovarian cancer. As an … Continued
OCRA’s Advocates Push for Critical Legislative Action at Spring Advocacy Day More than 140 advocates, representing 37 states and 107 congressional districts, met virtually with nearly 180 congressional offices last week to request increased federal funding around vital ovarian and related gynecologic cancer programs. Chad Ramsey, OCRA’s Vice President of Policy, takes you behind the … Continued
It was a busy and exciting month for OCRA’s policy team and advocates from all across the country. OCRA’s 2024 Spring Advocacy Day took place on March 20, during which 140 advocates met with their Members of Congress and urged them to support increased funding for education and research programs focused on ovarian and related … Continued
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